Undergraduate Admissions

The UWI, Open Campus is inviting applications for admission to regional undergraduate degrees, associate degrees, diplomas and certificates for August and January of each year. See the programmes on offer.

APPLICATION NOTICE

Apply by July 15, 2020 to start in August 2020

Please note that for regional programmes, applications must be completed online.

You must submit the Application Receipt and all required supporting documents to your Open Campus Site in order to complete the application process. See Locations at the Prospective Students tab on our homepage for Open Campus Sites across the region.

TRACK YOUR APPLICATION

You may track the status of your application anytime by logging on to the Online Admissions Portal using your Login ID and PIN.

All communication from Admissions will be sent to your email address and print copies sent to you through your Open Campus Site.

LOCAL PROGRAMMES

Many of our Sites offer pre-university, professional and continuing education courses, programmes, seminars and workshops face-to-face throughout the year. Please contact your nearest Site for information on current offers and the application process.

The offer of programmes and courses is subject to the availability of an adequate number of qualified persons.

Who Can Apply?

Anyone who satisfies the university’s matriculation requirements can apply to study at the Open Campus. A minimum of five passes [CXC (CSEC) General Proficiency Grades I to III or GCE ‘A’ Level] including English Language, is compulsory for entry. You must also satisfy the entry requirements of the programme of your choice – a pass in Mathematics is required for degree programmes in the Social Sciences. See programmes for the admission requirements of specific programmes.

Age Entry Requirement

There is no minimum age requirement for entry to undergraduate programmes at UWI, except in the Faculty of Medical Sciences.

Admission Requirements

Applicants are required to satisfy the relevant University minimum entry requirements for matriculation, either at Normal or Lower Level, before being considered for admission to degrees or other programmes. These are explained below:

Normal Matriculation

Applicants with the qualifications listed below are eligible for normal matriculation for admission to degree programmes, provided that they have an acceptable pass in English A in an examination of the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) or an acceptable equivalent. [An acceptable pass in a CXC (CSEC) examination is defined as a pass with Grades I or II at the General Proficiency Level, or Grade III General Proficiency from June 1998).

1.

Holders of CXC (CSEC) Certificates and General Certificates of Education (GCE) [or approved equivalents] who satisfy Scheme A or Scheme B as stated below:

Scheme A:

They possess FIVE (5) subjects of which at least TWO (2) must be GCE Advanced Level (‘A’ Level) passes, while the remainder may be acceptable passes in the CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level examinations

Scheme B:

They possess passes in FOUR (4) subjects of which at least THREE must be GCE A-Level passes, while the fourth may be an acceptable pass in the CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level examinations.v

CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination) Certificates

(i)

Applicants who possess two 2-unit CAPE courses in a particular subject area fall within the two A-Level matriculations standing (reference Scheme A).

(ii)

Applicants who have six CAPE Units including Caribbean Studies and Communication Studies will be accepted for normal matriculation (reference Scheme B).

2.

Holders of degrees from any university recognized by the Board for Undergraduate Studies.

3.

Holders of certificates and diplomas awarded by The University of the West Indies.

Persons over age of 21 based on having demonstrated academic potential, having gained academically relevant knowledge and workplace experience. Applicants will be required to present, where appropriate:

Full details of their career; a document outlining knowledge development and employment record official academic transcripts, certificates, documents and references. Applicants may be required to submit to test and/or interviews.

Lower Level Matriculation

Applicants who possess the following are eligible for lower level matriculation for admission to degree programmes:

1.

Holders of five (5) CXC (CSEC) or GCE ‘O’ Level passes or equivalent, not necessarily obtained at the same sitting, as follows:

(i)

English (A), and

(ii)

Mathematics or a Foreign Language, or an approved Science (not Health Science), or Additional Mathematics or Geography.

(iii)

Three other approved subjects not already counted above.

2.

Persons over the age of 21 on the basis of their overall academic and professional attainments.

3.

Holders of one of the approved certificates from the School of Continuing Studies with an acceptable pass in English Language.

Other Categories of Applicants

1

Mature Applicants

Mature applicants are persons over the age of 21 years who have been out of secondary school for at least five years. Such applicants may be granted normal or lower level matriculation on the basis of their overall academic and professional achievements.

2.

Specially Admitted and Occasional Students

Applicants may be admitted to take selected courses under the categories of Specially Admitted or Occasional Students. Occasional Students are only permitted to attend face-to-face classes and may not write examinations. Specially Admitted Students may register for online/blended and face-to-face courses and are permitted to write examinations. Specially Admitted/Occasional Students normally must meet the University’s matriculation requirements. For more information please see Specially Admitted & Occasional Students.

3.

Inter Campus Transfer Applicants

Students from the Open Campus may wish to transfer to another UWI campus. In order to complete this process students must complete a transfer application form in duplicate and the return to the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department by November 14, 2018.

English Language and Mathematics Requirements for admission into programmes

English Language Requirements

Applicants who do not possess one of the exempting qualifications listed below are required to take the English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT).

Holders of the following qualifications are exempt from the ELPT

(i)

Grade 1 – CXC (CSEC) English ‘A’ examination

(ii)

Grade A – GCE ‘O’ Level English Language

(iii)

Grade A or B – Cambridge GCE A/O Level General Paper examination

(iv)

Grades I – II CXC (CAPE) Communications Studies

(v)

Grades I – II CXC (CAPE) Communications Studies

(vi)

Grade B+ or above – Advanced Communication or Business Communication – University of Technology (UTECH)

The ELPT is administered several times a year. Please check our website www.open.uwi.edu or the Site in your region for test dates. There is a fee of US$25 or the local equivalent. The results of the test will remain valid for a period of five (5) years. See ELPT for further information.

Applicants whose native Language is not English are required to perform satisfactorily in an approved English Language Test. The TOEFL test with a minimum score of 500 has been approved for this purpose.

Mathematics Requirement

For entry into certain ASc and BSc programmes an approved qualification in Mathematics is required. The minimum Mathematics requirement is a pass at CXC (CSEC) General Proficiency or the equivalent. Candidates who do not meet this requirement must successfully complete an approved remedial Mathematics course. Approved remedial Mathematics courses include Improving your Math Skills (IYMS) and MATH0900/CE001 Mathematics. Please consult your Site with respect to the course on offer.

Technical Requirements

Applicants applying to online/distance and mixed-mode programmes should be comfortable using a personal computer and email. Students will need to have access to a computer with Internet access.

Documents Required

Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documents, to their selected Open Campus Site, immediately after completing the online application. Original documents along with photocopies of each document must be presented to the Site. The Site staff will certify the photocopies of your documents and return the originals to you. You must submit all required documents in order to complete the application process.

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Application Receipt (A signed copy of the application receipt together with a passport picture)

Grade Slips (accepted only in cases where certificates are not yet available)

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Professional Certificates/Diplomas

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Official transcripts [Transcripts must be sent directly from granting institution]

(Not applicable to graduates of the UWI)

Transcripts must be submitted to:

The Assistant Registrar
Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department
Office of the Campus RegistrarThe University of the West Indies, Open Campus
Esmond D. Ramesar Centre
Chaguanas
Trinidad and Tobago

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Two (2) referee reports (required for Graduate programmes only)

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TOEFL Examination Score (applicable only to candidates whose native language is not English. A TOEFL Score of 500 or greater is preferred)

Applicants are advised to submit all supporting documents within one week of submitting an online application.

NB: Applications will not be considered if there is any indication that the supporting documents have been altered in any way.

Submission of Transcripts

Transcripts are required if you have a professional certificate, diploma, and/or university degree from an institution other than The University of the West Indies. Transcripts should be forwarded by June 30 for August admission and November 30 for January admission.

How to Apply

STEP 1: CREATE AN ACCOUNT

All applicants to The University of the West Indies, Open Campus (UWIOC) (Online Programmes) must begin the application process via the Admissions Portal. First time applicants will be required to create an account and must have a valid email address. When your account has been successfully created, an email confirmation will be sent to your email address with your login credentials. Returning applicants will be required to utilize their existing credentials.

STEP 2: BUILD YOUR APPLICATION PROFILE

You will be required to build your application profile. In order to successfully do so, you will be requested to fill out the following sections of the application form:

Open Campus Country Site

Application Type (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Regional Programmes)

Entry Term

Biographic Data and Next to Kin

Academic History

Planned Programme of Study

UWI Affiliation

Employment History

Complete and Submit Application

Once an application profile has been created, you do not have to complete your application in one sitting. You can begin the process and complete it any time before the deadline date. You will also be given the option to update or edit your “Personal Information” as you navigate your way through the application form.

STEP 3: SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Upon completion of building your application profile, click on the ‘Application is Complete’ button to submit your application. Once you have successfully submitted, kindly Print and Sign the application receipt.

Applicants must submit all required documents in order to complete the application process:

Signed Application Receipt

Birth Certificate OR Valid Passport OR Valid National Identification Card

Marriage Certificate (where applicable)

Legal Affidavit or Deed Poll (if the name or date of birth on your supporting documents is different from that on your Birth Certificate)

All Academic Certificates

Professional Certificates/Diplomas

Official Transcripts (These must be sent directly from the granting institution) Not applicable to graduates of the UWI

Transcripts must be submitted to:

The Assistant Registrar
Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department
Office of the Campus RegistrarThe University of the West Indies, Open Campus
Esmond D. Ramesar Centre
Chaguanas
Trinidad and Tobago W.I.

Two (2) referee reports (Only required for Graduate programmes)

TOEFL or IELTS Examination Score (applicable only to candidates whose native language is not English. A TOEFL Score of 500 or greater is preferred.)

STEP 5: TRACK YOUR APPLICATION

Log on to the Admissions Portal using the same Login ID and PIN credentials you created in STEP 1 above to track the status of your application. If you have forgotten your Login ID or PIN select the Admissions Password Recovery link or use the Help section on the login page.

Tracking your application allows you to:

Check the status of your application

Check whether all required documents were received

Check the decision on your application

STEP 6: ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER

When your application has been processed and an offer of acceptance is made you will be notified via email.

If you wish to defer your offer, please fill out the Offer Reply form.

Financial Information

Students are required to pay tuition fees relevant to their programme, administrative services and compulsory fees in accordance with the regulations. Tuition fees are paid by semester at the time of registration.

Students registering online can print their fee assessment invoice for each semester which details their financial obligations after registration.

All fees must be paid by the end of the third week of semester classes and the second week of summer classes. Students who do not comply with payment deadlines will be de-registered and given Leave of Absence for the semester.

Students who do not comply with payment deadlines will be subject to the penalties in force.

The base currency for the calculation of fees for regional programmes is the US$. Exchange rates for the new academic year will be confirmed in July.

All course and programme fees are subject to change from time to time as mandated by The University of the West Indies.

Tuition Fee

Tuition fees cover tuition and examination costs, the costs of materials, teleconferences and tutorials (as appropriate). Tuition fees are paid by semester at the time of registration.

The tuition fees for repeating a course are the same as for a first attempt.

Administrative & Other Fees

In addition to tuition fees, there are Compulsory Fees (ID card, Guild Fees) and Administrative Fees, details of which can be obtained from your Site.

Fees are paid in the local currency of the Site of registration. The base currency for the calculation of fees for regional programmes is the US$.

Financial Aid

Students who require assistance to finance their programme of study at the University are encouraged to discuss their financial situation early with their Site administration so that we can help you identify the available options.

Payment Plan

Is paying for your higher and continuing education becoming more difficult?

Do you have questions such as:

• What is financial aid?

• Will there be awards or scholarships available?

• Can I pay my course fees in stages?

• What happens if I can’t pay?

• Who can I talk to in confidence about my situation?

Our Current Financial Alternatives For You

We are very sympathetic to the financial challenges faced by many students and so the Open Campus will do as much as we can to assist students to meet their financial obligations to the University.

Please make an appointment to speak with the Head or the Programme Officer at your local Open Campus site. They will advise you on the steps you need to take to make a payment plan agreement with the Open Campus.

Guidelines for the Payment Plan Agreement

Our Payment Plan Agreements provide short-term financial assistance to cover tuition fees only and are approved for one semester at a time. Payment Plan Agreements are not available for the Summer Session. The Summer Session is a shorter period and for most programmes the Summer Session is optional.

It is not intended that Payment Plan Agreements should be the normal way in which students finance their entire programme. Such agreements are to be made at the discretion of the local Head of the Open Campus Country Site and are used judiciously to assist students who are having specific financial difficulties.

1. Only students who are in good financial standing will be allowed to sign up for the Payment Plan Agreement.
2. Students should demonstrate the need for financial assistance.
3. Students should be registered for a minimum of 9 and a maximum of 15 credits.

Process

1.

Students login to their portal during the registration process and select Payment details, make payment via bank or online and select the UWIOC Student Instalment Plan Application Form.

2.

The student will be prompted to submit a series of responses similar to the actual paper based application form.

3.

If the student owes outstanding fees, they will not be permitted to continue with the application.

4.

The student will upload a copy of the payment slip.

5.

After the application is submitted an automated response will be given to students acknowledging receipt of their submission and need to ensure all fees are paid.If fees are outstanding the request will not be actioned.

6.

Failure to make payments or present evidence of payments made by the due date will mean that a student is in default of payment and the actions outlined in the Default Statement will be implemented.

7.

Failure to pay fees and/or to have an approved Payment Plan Agreement will mean that a student is in default of payment and the actions outlined in the Revised Payment Procedures for Summer 2019/2020 will be implemented.

Payment Schedule

1. Students will be allowed to pay fees in a maximum of two installments.
2. For Summer 2019/2020 the payment dates are as follows:

June 14, 2020 - 1st payment

July 14, 2020 - 2nd payment

Default Statement

Failure to pay as per the agreed payment schedule and/or failure to present evidence of payment by the due date(s) will constitute a breach of the Payment Plan Agreement and students will be considered to be in default.

In the event of a default, the registration/academic record will remain and the following actions will be taken:

a) Placing a financial hold on the student record
b) Debarment from future registration in any course or programme of the University
c) Withholding of examination results and results of other assessments
d) Denial of academic and administrative services
e) Denial of transcripts, certificates and other records of status
f) Denial of access to the University’s systems and facilities

We Want to Make It Easier for You

We understand how difficult the current economic environment is for many students. In fact, we have held back the base price of many of our courses and programmes for several years in order to make it more affordable for many of our students.

As we work towards making this Open Campus work for you, our very valuable students, we would like to assure you that we are here to help to achieve your academic and personal goals.

GATE

GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE FOR TUITION EXPENSES (GATE)

Under the Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE) programme, tuition is free for all eligible citizens of Trinidad & Tobago pursuing approved undergraduate programmes at any campus of The University of the West Indies; reading for the Legal Education Certificate at the Hugh Wooding Law School in Trinidad, the Norman Manley Law School in Jamaica or the Eugene Dupuch Law School in The Bahamas. Students pursuing programmes at postgraduate level will be eligible for grants to cover 50% of tuition costs.

Students who receive free tuition will be required to serve the country by working in the public or private sector in Trinidad and Tobago, upon completion of the approved programme. The students must sign an Agreement to work for stipulated periods. Should any student be unable to fulfill his obligation, the assistance received through the GATE programme will have to be refunded to the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.

All citizens of Trinidad and Tobago who wish to access the GATE programme, must provide proof of residency in Trinidad and Tobago for at least three (3) years prior to submitting an application.

With effect from August 2014, the Government of Trinidad & Tobago requires students to maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in order to be eligible for assistance through the GATE programme.

For more information on the GATE programme requirements and how to apply, you should
visit the website http://www.stte.gov.tt

Refund Policy

English Language Proficiency Test

The English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) is used to assess whether persons applying to pursue undergraduate degree programmes at the UWI Open Campus possess a satisfactory level of writing and reading proficiency in English for university academic purposes.

The ELPT is used as a diagnostic tool. Applicants who pass the test are allowed to register for the Foundation Language course. Applicants who fail the test are advised to use the English Language Self-Study Guide to prepare themselves to re-take the test. The results of applicants who pass the test will remain valid for five years.

Please note:

Please check the ELPT ‘Exemptions’ tab above for details on exemptions from the test.

The registration and general procedures, the test dates and times and the test locations presented here pertain to the administration of the ELPT for the UWI Open Campus.

Test Format

The ELPT will be administered as a paper test and will last for two hours. It covers the following areas:

Grammar

The focus is on the candidate’s ability to distinguish between correct and incorrect structures rather than on their knowledge of formal grammar. Candidates are required to answer alternative/multiple choice questions on any or all of the following:

e) Persons who passed (within the past 5 years) the UWI English Language Proficiency Tests offered by any campus.

f) Persons who successfully completed any ONE of the following UWI English Language courses within the last five years: UC010; UC10A; UC10B; UC10C; UC10D; UC10L; UC10H; UC120; FD10A; CM10A; CM10B; FD10C; FD10H.

Frequently Asked Quentions

No, you cannot pursue a double option via the Open Campus. That option is not available to Open Campus students.

Can I do extra courses that are not a part of my degree programme?

Yes, you can. However, you would be required to submit a written request to your Programme Manager seeking permission to do those courses.

What happens after my Programme Manager grants permission for me to do extra courses?

You must submit an online override request via your MyOC Student Portal during the registration period for review and approval.

Can I pursue two degree programmes at the same time with the Open Campus?

No, as a UWI student you can only be registered for one degree programme at a time.

Can I pursue a programme with the Open Campus and one with another campus of The University of the West Indies at the same time?

No, you cannot. Although there are different campuses, The University of the West Indies is one institution and the Regulations indicate that you can only be registered in one programme at a time.

What happens if I do not register for two (2) consecutive semesters?

If you do not register for two (2) consecutive semesters without applying for Leave of Absence, you will be deemed as having Voluntarily Withdrawn and your records will be updated to reflect same.

APPLICATION

What is the procedure to apply online via the Open Campus?

Go to Admissions Portal and once there proceed to set up an account using your email address. Complete the personal information section and choose your programme of interest. Once you have completed all areas of the online application form, the next step is to print and sign the application receipt. Lastly, submit your application receipt along with the originals and one copy of your supporting documents to your Local Site Office. If you are an International Student, you are required to submit notarized copies of your supporting documents to viso@open.uwi.edu

I am out of the country and I will not be returning before the deadline date to submit my documents. What options are available to me?

You can have a family member take the documents to the Open Campus Site on your behalf. If you have the documents with you, you can take the originals and one copy of each document to a Notary Public and have them certified. Then, arrange to have the certified documents couriered directly to the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department (RAR) in Trinidad & Tobago or to the Site Office.

I am an international applicant. How do I submit my documents?

Take the originals and one copy of each document to a Notary Public and have them certified. Email the notarized copies to the Virtual International Students Office (VISO) at viso@open.uwi.edu.

Who can I go to for advice on selecting a programme that best suits my needs?

You can acquire that assistance from the nearest Open Campus Country Site office or Virtual International Students Office (VISO) at viso@open.uwi.edu.

How long would it take for me to hear if I am accepted into the University?

Upon submission of your online application and all supporting documents, you should expect to know the outcome within a period of two to four weeks.

If I reside in a country outside of the Caribbean region, can I pursue a graduate programme from that location?

Persons resident outside of the Caribbean region may pursue a graduate programme depending on the option that they choose. A list of international offers can be found at http://www.open.uwi.edu/programmes

Am I qualified to do any of the programmes offered by the Open Campus?

You can obtain information about the entry requirements for all of our programmes via this link: http://www.open.uwi.edu/programmes. There you will find a detailed overview of the qualifications for all programmes.

Which programmes are available to persons who wish to pursue part-time studies?

If you wish to defer your entry to the Open Campus, you must complete and submit an online request using the Deferral Request Google form on your MyOC Dashboard page. The Deferral Request Form can be found by following the steps below:

Log into the Student Portal;

Select the Student Resources option;

Scroll down to the Student Support section;

Select the Deferral Request Form.

What happens after I request a deferral of entry?

When a deferral of entry is requested, the staff member responsible for this process changes your status to “deferred” which will make your student record inactive for the requested period which must not be longer than a year.

When is the deadline date to submit a deferral request?

Deferral requests must be submitted by the second week of the semester.

Who is eligible for a deferral?

Deferrals are granted to new students who are unable to start the programme upon acceptance.

If I do not accept my offer, how long will my application be valid?

Your application will be valid for one academic year.

What would happen if I do not commence the programme after deferring for two semesters?

If you do not accept your offer after two semesters from the time of your deferral request, your application will be deemed invalid and you would be required to submit a new application.

If I need to re-apply for entry, would I be required to submit my documents again?

No, you will not be required to re-submit your documents once they were uploaded on your previous online application. If you gained any additional academic qualifications that you wish to add to the new application, then, you need only submit the new information so that your records can be updated.

ELPT/EXAMS

Can I do the English Language Proficiency Test before I am assigned a student identification number?

No, you must have a student identification number before you can take the test.

When can I sit the English Language Proficiency Test?

The ELPT is usually held in the months of March, August and November of each year. Notices of the dates of the test are placed on the Campus’ website and the Student Portal.

Where can I obtain my results for the ELP Test?

Your ELPT result can be viewed on the Student Portal under Student Services. There is a link under Exams and Academic History called ELPT Test Scores. Click this link to obtain your results for the test.

Can I sit the ELPT if I do not yet have my student identification card?

Yes, you can. As long as you know your student registration number (available on your Acceptance/Offer Letter), you just need to take your national identification card and you will be admitted to the examination room.

FINANCE

What is a Temporary Hold?

A Temporary Hold affects students’ ability to access the Learning Exchange (LE) ONLY and will be used as a reminder that evidence of payment of ALL fees or financial arrangements must be submitted to your relevant Site or the Virtual International Students Office (VISO) by the registration dates provided by the institution.

What is an Accounts Receivables Hold?

An Accounts Receivables Hold will affect students’ ability to register for courses, access transcripts, grades, the Learning Exchange (LE) and graduation when fees are due to the institution.

If payment is made within the registration period will the Temporary Hold be removed?

Yes

If payment is made within the registration period, how soon after will the Temporary Hold be removed?

The Temporary Hold will be removed automatically within 2 business days.

If after 2 business days my payment is not applied to my student account who should I contact?

Send an email to receivables.finance@open.uwi.edu (copied to your Head of Site) with a copy of the payment slip for ease of reference, clearly stating your name, student identification number and Site of registration.

If payment is made after the end of the registration period will I be allowed to continue my studies and get access to my courses, access transcripts, grades, the Learning Exchange (LE) and graduation?

No, gaps in engagement with the Learning Exchange will compromise student performance and success. In extenuating circumstances, consideration may be given on a case-by-case basis.

If I am placed on compulsory leave of absence for non-payment of fees will the Accounts Receivables Hold be removed from my students account?

Yes

If fees are outstanding for a previous semester and I wish to re-enter the University will an Accounts Receivables Hold prevent me from registering?

Yes, the Accounts Receivables Hold will be removed when all outstanding fees are paid in full.

Where can I get information about programmes funded by GATE? (Trinidad and Tobago citizens only)

You must meet with your Head of Site/Programme Officer/VISO officer (or designated representatives) to discuss your case.

You must pay at least one-third of fees, then complete and sign the Payment Plan Agreement Form and submit it to the Site for approval.

Reminders will be sent to you one week before the deadline for payment each month.

You will receive a copy of the Agreement for your records.

Failure to make payments or present evidence of payments made by the due date will mean that you are in default of payment and the actions outlined in the Default Statement will be implemented.

Who is eligible for a payment plan?

If you are in good financial standing you will be eligible to sign up for the Payment Plan.

GRADUATION CEREMONY

How do I know if I will be eligible to graduate from the University?

You are required to contact your local Open Campus Site to verify that your name is on the graduation list. You are eligible to attend the graduation ceremony if you receive a letter indicating that you have completed your programme and you are in good financial standing with the University.

Who do I notify/contact if I am interested in attending the graduation ceremony?

If you are planning to attend the Open Campus Graduation Ceremony, you must notify the Senior Assistant Registrar, Assessment, Awards & Records, Open Campus by completing the online Graduation Reply Form found on the graduation website.

Would the words “Open Campus” be written on my UWI certificate?

No, UWI undergraduate and graduate certificates do not bear the name of any campus as certificates are issued by the University as a single institution. Your certificate will be from The University of the West Indies.

GRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Does Open Campus offer payment plans for Graduate programmes?

Yes, our Payment Plan Agreements provide short-term financial assistance to cover tuition fees only and are approved for one semester at a time. Payment Plan Agreements are not available for the Summer Session. The Summer Session is a shorter period and for most programmes the Summer Session is optional.

It is not intended that Payment Plan Agreements should be the normal way in which students finance their entire programme. Such agreements are to be made at the discretion of the local Head of the Open Campus Country Site and are used judiciously to assist students who are having specific financial difficulties.

How would I know if I am accepted into a graduate programme?

You will be contacted via email confirming your acceptance to the programme inclusive of your official letter, login details and other information.

What is the process of being accepted into a graduate programme?

All applications are submitted to a Graduate Entrance Committee. Graduate Entrance Committee meetings are held throughout the application period. The Committee makes the final decision on whether an applicant can be accepted or not into the programme based on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

A link is provided on the student’s dashboard to apply for exemptions. Please note when registering the deadlines to apply for credit and exemptions for each academic year.

Can I have access to the course material beforehand?

No, students are not given access to course material until they have fully registered for the programme (i.e. registered for courses, paid tuition fees, received financial clearance etc.)

How long does it take for the Graduate Entrance Committee to make a decision?

Depending on the applicant’s status a decision can be made within two to three weeks after submitting an application and all required documents. Once all supporting documents are received for the applicant the Board will meet and make a decision.

Is it possible to change programme of study after I have submitted my application?

Yes, an applicant can send an email to graduate@open.uwi.edu to inform the Admissions office of the change they would like to make.

Do (both) referee reports need to be completed by academics for Graduate studies applicants?

No. One of your referee reports can be completed by someone who knows you either professionally or personally.

Can applicants submit the referee reports on behalf of the referee?

Yes, applicants can submit the referee reports on behalf of their referee by following the steps outlined in Option 2 below.

Procedure for submission of referee reports.

OPTION 1. (For referees only)

Submission via email: Please send completed form as a pdf file to graduate@open.uwi.edu. Please use the following subject line format “Referee Report for INSERT NAME OF APPLICANT”.

OPTION 2. Submission via mail, courier or hand delivery:

i. Enclose your completed referee report form in a sealed envelope.

ii. Sign your name across the seal.

iii. Submit the form to the address below:

The Assistant Registrar

Recruitment, Admissions and Registration

The University of the West Indies Open Campus

Open Campus Registry

Located Adjacent to Central Stationery Stores on

The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus St. Augustine

Trinidad & Tobago W.I.

Can I transfer from one graduate programme to another once I’ve started the programme?

Yes, programme transfers can be facilitated based on the your progress in the current programme and if permission is granted by the Programme Manager. Please note the deadline to apply for programme transfers.

What is the process for requesting a programme transfer for graduate programmes?

The Programme Managers in the Academic Programming and Delivery Division (APAD) will give programme transfer approvals.

Can I start another programme with the Open Campus if my graduation status has not changed?

No, your student status must be changed to “Graduated” before you can gain entry into another programme.

Do I have to have a first degree to be considered for a graduate degree?

Applicants to The UWI Open Campus graduate programmes must satisfy the University Regulations governing admission to a Higher Degree and must generally possess an Honours Degree. Applicants to course-based Masters programmes (M.A., M.Ed., M.Sc., LL.M.) should normally have at least a Lower Second Class Honours degree or equivalent.

Candidates with Pass degrees, who have other relevant qualifications and substantial experience in the field to which they are applying, will be considered for entry to course-based Masters programmes on a case-by-case basis. Candidates with Pass degrees will normally be considered for entry into Masters programmes no sooner than two (2) years after the completion of the undergraduate degree.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

How do I apply for a Leave of Absence (LOA?) ?

You may apply for a Leave of Absence via the online form on your Student Dashboard. Your request will be processed by the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department.

What happens after I submit my Leave of Absence request?

Your online application would be reviewed by Admissions and if you are eligible, your account will be updated to reflect a leave of absence status for the specified period. Your account will be temporarily suspended until your return to the programme.

How would I know if my leave of absence is approved?

When your Leave of Absence is approved you will receive notification via email from Admissions.

How much leave of absence can I apply for throughout the period of my academic life?

You are entitled to four semesters of leave during the period of your student life.

How much Leave of Absence can I apply for at a time?

You can apply for a maximum of two semesters at a time. If after the two semesters have elapsed and your circumstances remain the same, you may submit another request to extend your leave.

What happens if I utilise all of my Leave of Absence?

If you require more Leave of Absence after having utilized all of your leave entitlement, the request is submitted to the Academic Board for a decision. The other option would be for you to withdraw from the programme and re-apply when your circumstances permit.

What happens if I need to apply for Leave of Absence after the deadline date has passed?

You can still submit your request along with a late fine of USD30.00. In extenuating circumstances, your request will still be assessed and treated accordingly. Some leeway is given on a case-by-case basis and depending on how late the request was submitted. If the leave cannot be immediately processed due to the date of submission, the matter will be forwarded to the Academic Board Student Matters Sub Committee for a consideration.

What happens if I do not apply for Leave of Absence?

Students who do not apply for Leave of Absence and are absent for two consecutive semesters will be considered as having voluntarily withdrawn from the programme.

MISCELLANEOUS

Where can I get my timetable for classes?

You can obtain the timetable from your dashboard in the Learning Exchange. For online courses, students are given a Detailed Course Schedule for each course. This information can be found in your respective Course Guides posted in the Learning Exchange.

SPECIAL ADMISSIONS

What is the process for me to apply for Special Admission?

You need to download and print a Special Admissions application form from the website of any one of The UWI campuses or you can obtain the form from the nearest Open Campus Country Site office. Complete the form and return to your local Open Campus Country Site Office or in the case of International Applicants via email to viso@open.uwi.edu, along with your Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate (where applicable), academic and professional certificates and transcript/s (if applicable). The form will be forwarded to the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department for processing.

Who is eligible to apply for Special Admission?

Persons sponsored by governments or other employers to read certain courses, not for credit towards a University qualification, under a special arrangement.

Private individuals who wish to pursue and develop a particular area of intellectual interest.

Graduates of the University of the West Indies or of other recognised universities who wish to pursue a particular course or courses:

To equip themselves for a particular job;

To increase efficiency in the performance of a job;

To satisfy entry requirements to a programme in this or another programme;

To update or improve their knowledge in a subject;

To be considered for entry as “specially admitted students”, applicants should normally be matriculable.

Those students who do not satisfy the requirements for entry to the University should provide satisfactory evidence of their previous studies. In appropriate cases, they may be required to sit a special entrance examination. In the assessment of the qualifications of applicants, due allowance shall be made for their maturity.

How many courses can I take as a Specially Admitted student?

Normally, a Specially Admitted student should be allowed to take no more than (12) credits in any given year; nor more than a total of 24 credits under this category of registration.

TRANSFER

How do I go about transferring from a landed/sister Campus to the Open Campus?

You must complete a Campus Transfer Application form which is normally located on the website of the respective landed campus or at the Admissions department of the Campus. You then need to have your application approved by your Faculty Dean and certified by the Assistant Registrar for Admissions of the campus. Your campus will then forward your application form to The UWI Open Campus Registry along with the student transcript.

What happens after I submit my transfer application form?

You will be contacted by The UWI Open Campus, RAR Department via email indicating that we are in receipt of your application and that you must visit our website to submit an online application.

You would then be required to visit The UWI Open Campus student facility of choice and submit your supporting documents (birth certificate, marriage certificate etc.)

Your application will be assessed and an offer given as a transfer student. An account would be created in the student portal for you. You will receive an email from the Admissions account which will include your offer letter, student identification application form as well as other important documentation.

How are my grades/exam records transferred from a UWI sister campus programme to reflect on my UWI-Open Campus records?

Your transcript will be forwarded to The UWI Open Campus Examinations Department so that your Exam record in the OC student portal can be updated to reflect the information on your transcript which was supplied by the Admissions department of your previous campus.

If I am an Open Campus student how do I go about transferring to a sister Campus?

You will be required to complete and submit the Campus Transfer Application form. This form can be found by following the steps below:

Log into the Student Portal

Select the Student Resources option

Scroll down to the Student Support section

Select the Campus Transfer Form

Submit the completed form to your UWI Open Campus Site Coordinator/Head of Site who will submit the form to the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration section of the Open Campus Registry.

What happens after the transfer form is received by the Open Campus Registry?

Upon receipt of the transfer application form, your application is forwarded to the Admissions department of the desired campus along with all supporting documents and examination record. The Admissions department of your campus of choice will assess your application and contact you when a decision is reached.

Graduate Admissions

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS:

Persons interested in applying for an online programme being offered in Semester 1, 2020/2021 are asked to complete their online application by June 30, 2020 and submit all supporting documents on or before July 07, 2020 to facilitate processing for this intake period. All successful postgraduate applicants are required to complete a compulsory postgraduate orientation course prior to the start of registration for Semester 1, 2020/2021(please see details in your offer package)

Go to the Programmes section for information on the entry requirements for each programme. For a list of the documents that should accompany your application go to Documents Required in the left navigation menu.

Please note that for regional programmes, applications must be completed online.

You must submit the Application Receipt and all required supporting documents to your Open Campus Site in order to complete the application process. See Locations at the Prospective Students tab on our homepage for Open Campus Sites across the region.

The offer of programmes and courses is subject to the availability of an adequate number of qualified persons.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants to the UWI Open Campus Graduate Programmes must satisfy the University Regulations governing admission to a Higher Degree and must generally possess an Honours Degree. Applicants to course-based Masters programmes (M.A., M.Ed., M.Sc., LL.M.) should normally have at least a Lower Second Class Honours degree or equivalent.

Candidates with Pass degrees, who have other relevant qualifications and substantial experience in the field to which they are applying, will be considered for entry to course-based Masters programmes on a case by case basis.

Candidates with Pass degrees will normally be considered for entry into Masters programmes no sooner than two (2) years after the completion of the undergraduate degree.

Specific matriculation requirements are highlighted in the programme outline under Entry Requirements.

Documents Required

The following documents must be submitted with your on-line application:

A resume of your work experience and other related experience that is relevant to your desire to pursue the selected degree programme. Applicants should include contact information of their employer.

Two (2) Referee Reports (Two academic referee reports are preferred but in certain circumstances one academic referee report and one work referee report could be accepted).

Signed copy of the Application Receipt (required for all online applications). Please note that this page is presented after you select the ‘Application is Complete’ button.

Birth Certificate (not required for UWI graduates)

Legal Affidavit or deed poll if your present name is different from that on your Birth Certificate

Marriage Certificate (where applicable)

Professional Certificates/Diplomas obtained from institutions other than UWI

Official Transcripts (for non-UWI graduates. Please note that these must be sent directly from the granting institution).

Transcripts and referee reports must be sent directly to the University. All other documents may be submitted through the Open Campus Country Sites. Applicants are requested to take the originals and a copy to the nearest Site office where their original documents will be notarized and scanned then sent to the Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department. Please note that the University reserves the right to request the original documents. PLEASE NOTE THAT FORMER STUDENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES ARE NOT REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS.

Transcripts and Referee Reports must be submitted to: The Assistant Registrar
Recruitment, Admissions and Registration Department
Office of the Campus RegistrarThe University of the West Indies, Open Campus
Esmond D. Ramesar Centre
Chaguanas
Trinidad and Tobago

Applicants must download two (2) Referee Report forms from the Document Library. These must be completed and submitted under confidential cover on their behalf before the application can be considered.

Financial Information

Self Financing Programmes

Graduate programmes offered by the Open Campus are self financing programmes.

Graduate Orientation

CPE Admissions

Applicants to the new CPE programmes are encouraged to contact their nearest Open Campus Country Site for detailed information on programme admission. The information listed below applies generally to all new CPE programmes:

Applicants should apply using the relevant application forms – these are available at your nearest Open Campus Country Site location.

Applicants should provide all supporting documentation (national identification, photos, etc.) at the time or application or as soon as possible thereafter.

Matriculation (entry) requirements may vary depending upon the programme of study – applicants are encouraged to speak with an OC representative to ensure they satisfy any programme requirements.

Information on how to register for courses each semester may be accessed at your nearest OC Site.

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Applicants should apply using the relevant application forms – these are available at your nearest Open Campus Country Site location.

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Applicants should provide all supporting documentation (national identification, photos, etc.) at the time or application or as soon as possible thereafter.

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Matriculation (entry) requirements may vary depending upon the programme of study – applicants are encouraged to speak with an OC representative to ensure they satisfy any programme requirements.

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Information on how to register for courses each semester may be accessed at your nearest OC Site.

Financial Information

Students are required to pay tuition fees relevant to their programme, administrative services and compulsory fees in accordance with the regulations. Tuition fees are paid by semester at the time of registration.

Fees should be paid by the end of the third week of traditional semester classes and the second week of summer classes. Students who do not comply with payment deadlines may be subject to prohibitions relative to examinations and assessment.

Fees are quoted in your local currency, kindly contact an Open Campus Country Site nearest to you for further information on programme pricing. Students being sponsored by their employer or an organization may request an invoice for each semester which details their financial obligations after registration.
All course and programme fees are subject to change from time to time as mandated by The University of the West Indies.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees cover tuition and examination costs, the costs of materials, teleconferences and tutorials (as appropriate). Tuition fees are paid by semester at the time of registration.

The tuition fees for repeating a course are the same as for a first attempt.

Administrative & Other Fees

In addition to tuition fees, there are Compulsory Fees (ID card, Guild Fees) and Administrative Fees, details of which can be obtained from your Site.

Fees are paid in the local currency of the Site of registration. The base currency for the calculation of fees for regional programmes is the US$.

PLA Admissions

The UWI, Open Campus is inviting applications for admission to regional undergraduate degrees, associate degrees, diplomas and certificates for August and January of each year. See the programmes on offer.

Please note that for regional programmes, applications must be completed online.

You must submit the Application Receipt and all required supporting documents to your Open Campus Site in order to complete the application process. See Locations at the Prospective Students tab on our homepage for Open Campus Sites across the region.

TRACK YOUR APPLICATION

You may track the status of your application anytime by logging on to the Online Admissions Portal using your Login ID and PIN.

All communication from Admissions will be sent to your email address and print copies sent to your Open Campus Site.

LOCAL PROGRAMMES

Many of our sites offer pre-university, professional and continuing education courses, programmes, seminars and workshops face-to-face throughout the year. Please contact your nearest site for information on current offers and the application process.

The offer of programmes and courses is subject to the availability of an adequate number of qualified persons.

Who Can Apply?

Applicant Requirement

PLA applicants should:

(a) be over age 21 years

(b) have at least five (5) years experience relevant to the desired area of study for which PLA is currently available; and

(c) possess non-formal, informal and short-term training in areas relevant to the desired area of study.

Persons interested in PLA must meet the University’s matriculation requirements. Persons will apply to The UWI Open Campus using the online application form.

When the outcomes of a student’s relevant prior learning are assessed and the student achieves a passing Grade (as defined by The UWI Board for Undergraduate Studies), the student will:

(1) earn PLA credits;

(2) be exempted from the comparable course within a programme for which the PLA credits have been allocated;

(3) not be required to take the course for which PLA credits have been earned.

Admission Requirements

These Regulations govern the use of PLA for advanced placement. PLA applicants are required to satisfy the relevant University minimum entrance requirements for matriculation, either at Normal or Lower Level, before being considered for admission to degree or other programmes. These are explained below:

Normal Matriculation

Applicants with the qualifications listed below are eligible for normal matriculation for admission to degree programmes, provided that they have an acceptable pass in English A in an examination of the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) or an acceptable equivalent. (An acceptable pass in a CXC (CSEC) examination is defined as a pass with Grades I or II at the General Proficiency Level, or Grade III General Proficiency from June 1998.)

1. Holders of CXC Certificates, General Certificates of Education (GCE)

Holders of CXC Certificates, General Certificates of Education (GCE) (or the approved equivalents) who satisfy either Scheme A or Scheme B as stated below:

Scheme A: They possess FIVE (5) subjects of which at least TWO (2) must be GCE Advanced Level (‘A’ Level) passes, while the remainder may be acceptable passes in the CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level examinations.

Scheme B: They possess passes in FOUR (4) subjects of which at least THREE must be GCE A-Level passes, while the fourth may be an acceptable pass in the CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level examinations.

CXC CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination)

(i) Candidates who have passed two 2-unit courses in a particular subject area fall within the two (2) ‘A’ Level matriculation standing (Reference Scheme A).

2. Holders of Degrees from any university recognised by the Board for Undergraduate Studies.

3. Holders of Certificates and Diplomas awarded by this University.

4. Holders of an Associate Degree from the UWI, or from approved Caribbean tertiary level institutions with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

5. Persons over age 21 based on having demonstrated academic potential, having gained academically relevant knowledge and workplace experience. Applicants will be required to present, where appropriate:

Full details of their career; a document outlining knowledge development and employment record, official academic transcripts, certificate, documents and references. Applicants may be required to submit to test and/or interviews.

Lower Level Matriculation

Holders of the following are eligible for lower level matriculation for admission to degree programmes:

1. Holders of five (5) CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level passes or equivalent, not necessarily obtained at the same sitting, as follows:

(i) English (A), and

(ii) Mathematics or a foreign language, or an approved science (not Health Science), or additional Mathematics or Geography

(iii) Three (3) other approved subjects not already counted above.

2. Persons over the age of 21 on the basis of their overall academic and professional attainments.

3. Holders of one of the approved certificates from the School of Continuing Studies with an acceptable pass in English Language.

Mature Students

Mature applicants are persons over the age of 21 years who have been out of secondary school for at least five (5) years. Such applicants may be granted normal or lower level matriculation on the basis of their overall academic and professional achievements.

Specially Admitted & Occasional Students

Candidates may be admitted to take select courses under the categories of Specially Admitted or Occasional Students. Occasional Students are only permitted to attend face-to-face classes and may not write examinations. Specially Admitted Students may register for online/blended and face-to-face courses and are permitted to write examinations. Specially Admitted/Occasional Students normally must meet matriculation requirements. For more information see Specially Admitted & Occasional Students.

Regulations for Specially Admitted Students

In addition to the students admitted to courses leading to degrees, the Vice Chancellor may admit to the University as specially admitted students, for limited periods, persons who comply with the following regulations.

Special Admission

The following persons are eligible for special admission:

(1) Persons sponsored by governments or other employers to read certain courses, not for credit towards a University qualification, under a special arrangement.

(2) Private individuals who wish to pursue and develop a particular area of intellectual interest.

(3) Graduates of the University of the West Indies or of other recognised universities who wish to pursue a particular course or courses:

(a) to equip themselves for a particular job;

(b) to increase efficiency in the performance of a job;

(c) to satisfy entry requirements to a programme in this or another institution;

(d) to update or improve their knowledge in a subject.

(i) Such students should be known as “specially admitted students”.

(ii) Applications for special permission must be made on the appropriate form.

(iii) To be considered for entry as “specially admitted students”, applicants should normally be matriculable.

(iv) Those students who do not satisfy the requirements for entry to the University should provide satisfactory evidence of their previous studies. In appropriate cases they may be required to sit a special entrance examination. In the assessment of the qualifications of applicants due allowance shall be made for their maturity.

(v) Specially admitted students shall be required to pay the appropriate fees as are in force.

(vi) Such students shall be required to comply with the General Regulations for Students as are in force.

(vii) Normally, a specially admitted student should be allowed to take no more than (12) credits in any given year; nor more than a total of 24 credits under this category of registration.

(viii) Specially admitted students are permitted to write the University examinations appropriate to the course(s) they have been allowed to pursue.

(ix) Their membership of the University shall be subject to satisfactory reports on their work and conduct.

(x) The credits obtained through special admissions can be counted towards UWI certification and University programmes provided they have been obtained within such time limits as are set from time to time by the Institution.

English Language Requirement

Potential PLA applicants without University-level English will be required to take the English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT).

For entry into certain BSc programmes an approved qualification in Mathematics is required. The minimum Mathematics requirement is a pass at CXC General Proficiency or the equivalent. Candidates who do not meet this requirement must successfully complete an approved remedial Mathematics course. Approved remedial Mathematics courses include “Improving your Math Skills (IYMS)” and “MATH0900/CE001 Mathematics”.

Technical Requirements

Students applying to online/distance and mixed-mode programmes should be comfortable using a personal computer and email. Students will need to have access to a computer with Internet access.

As for the English Language and Mathematics requirements, an appropriate access/remedial computer literacy course may be recommended for persons not meeting the technical requirements.

Documents Required

You must submit the supporting documents identified below together with your Application Receipt to complete the application process.

Applicants should

print and sign the Application Receipt

attach a passport size photograph using glue

submit the signed Application Receipt together with the original and one photocopy of the supporting documents below to your Open Campus Site within a week of your application.

The Site staff will certify the photocopies of your documents and return the originals to you.

Supporting Documents

Birth certificate OR Valid National ID OR Valid Passport Or Valid Driver's Licence

Academic certificates/grade slips

Professional certificates/diplomas (where applicable)

Official Transcripts

Marriage certificate (where applicable)

Deed poll/Legal Affidavit if the present name is different from that on the Birth Certificate. (Each name must be spelt correctly and also correctly hyphenated, where necessary.)

TOEFL Examination Score (applicable to candidates whose native language is not English). A TOEFL Score of 500 or greater is preferred.

These documents must be submitted within one week of submitting an online application.

Applications will not be fully processed without the applicable documents.

NB Applications will not be considered if there is any indication that the supporting documents have been altered in any way.

Submission of Transcripts

Transcripts are required if you have a professional certificate, diploma, and/or university degree from an institution other than The University of the West Indies. Transcripts should be forwarded by June 30 for August admission and November 30 for January admission directly from the issuing institution to:

How to Apply

The Open Campus accepts online applications only for regional programmes. You must have an email address to begin the process.

STEP 1: GO TO THE ONLINE ADMISSIONS SYSTEM

Go to the Online Admissions system and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the application in full. You do not have to complete your application in one sitting. You can start the process and complete it any time before the deadline using your Login ID and PIN. Please read all instructions carefully before you proceed to the Online Admissions Portal.

STEP 2: SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT

Create a Login account using your email address. The Admissions System will send you a verification email to your email address with a special webpage address. You must respond to confirm that your email is valid and working by clicking on the webpage address. Once your email has been verified you will receive your Login ID and PIN. You will use your Login ID and PIN to logon to the Online Admissions Portal. Make a note of your Login ID and PIN since you will need these to access your application information after you log out of the system. NB: Sometimes the verification email is directed to your junk mail folder, so please check your junk mail if the verification email is not in your Inbox.

Once you have completed your profile, you will be able to move on to the programme section to choose the programme you wish to study. See programmes for details on programmes offered.

STEP 5: PRINT AND SIGN APPLICATION RECEIPT

Once you have completed all the steps in the process, you should print and sign the Application Receipt. Attach a passport size photograph using glue.

STEP 6: SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION RECEIPT & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Submit the signed Application Receipt together with the original and one photocopy of the supporting documents to your Open Campus Site within a week of your application. The Site staff will certify the photocopies of your documents and return the originals to you. You must submit all the required documents in order to complete the application process.

Applications will not be fully processed without the applicable documents.

You may track the status of your application anytime by logging on to the Online Admissions Portal using your Login ID and PIN.

All communication from Admissions will be sent to your email address and print copies sent to your Open Campus Site.

HELP

Applicants who encounter problems with any of our online systems can email our Help Desk at helpdesk@open.uwi.edu for assistance.

Financial Information

Fees

There will be a non-refundable application fee of US$25.00 or the equivalent.

PLA Students will also pay a fee of US$360.00 or equivalent for the online portfolio preparation course (inclusive of the cost for assessment of each completed portfolio. For late submission of the learning portfolio, US$150.00 will be charged.

English Language Proficiency Test

The English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) is used to assess whether persons applying to pursue undergraduate degree programmes at the UWI Open Campus possess a satisfactory level of writing and reading proficiency in English for university academic purposes.

The ELPT is used as a diagnostic tool. Applicants who pass the test are allowed to register for the Foundation Language course. Applicants who fail the test are advised to use the English Language Self-Study Guide to prepare themselves to re-take the test. The results of applicants who pass the test will remain valid for five years.

Please note:

Please check the ELPT ‘Exemptions’ tab above for details on exemptions from the test.

The registration and general procedures, the test dates and times and the test locations presented here pertain to the administration of the ELPT for the UWI Open Campus.

Test Format

The ELPT will be administered as a paper test and will last for two hours. It covers the following areas:

Grammar

The focus is on the candidate’s ability to distinguish between correct and incorrect structures rather than on their knowledge of formal grammar. Candidates are required to answer alternative/multiple choice questions on any or all of the following:

e) Persons who passed (within the past 5 years) the UWI English Language Proficiency Tests offered by any campus.

f) Persons who successfully completed any ONE of the following UWI English Language courses within the last five years: UC010; UC10A; UC10B; UC10C; UC10D; UC10L; UC10H; UC120; FD10A; CM10A; CM10B; FD10C; FD10H.

With nearly 50 locations across the Caribbean, the UWI Open Campus, assists the University with providing virtual and physical access to accredited programmes, courses and other support services to students wherever they are.